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DESIGN FOR FURNITURE
    INNOVATIVE SYSTEM SOLUTIONS FROM ONE SOURCE

    REHAU has established itself as a leading manufacturer and
    supplier of polymer-based solutions for the widest variety of
    application areas within the furniture industry.

    Functional and sophisticated surfaces, as well as customised
    systems for all living and office environments are developed,
    produced and marketed using the motto “Design for furniture”.

    As an innovator and a market leader in the overall     multi-award-winning system contributes considerably
    edgeband production process, REHAU                     to the improvement of room acoustics in open plan
    consistently pushes forward product, design and        spaces.
    process developments. For example, REHAU offers
    a wide range of decorative designs and solid           In addition to this, REHAU has invested in extensive
    colours which are matched to the collections of        design match work. The product range coordination
    international board manufacturers. The RAUKANTEX       guide matches colour, décor and finish across all
    edgeband collection also includes numerous creations   edgeband, tambour door and wall seal systems,
    by REHAU which are used in contrast to work            plinth covers and jointing profiles. In this way, a
    surfaces or framework of units.                        coordinated selection of materials for all components
                                                           guarantees a completely identical surface appea-
    With the product line RAUVOLET, REHAU develops         rance and therefore visually perfect integration.
    and produces systems for roller shutters. Whether
    steel or wooden cabinets, transparent or solid         The ability to meet the most demanding design and
    coloured designs – the focus is always on the          quality requirements is due to REHAU’s extensive
    customer’s requirements. The development of the        material, process and surface expertise – living up
    sound absorbing RAUVOLET acoustic-line tambour         to the motto ”Design for furniture”.
    door supports REHAU's claim of continuously driving
    innovation in the furniture sector and creating pro-
    ducts with added value. The patented and               Be inspired!

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RAUKANTEX Product overview from this brochure: Material, printing and finishing options                                                                                              see also page 94

RAUKANTEX Product groups            Material                             Printing and finishing                 RAUKANTEX Product groups   Material                           Printing and finishing
and variants                                                                                                    and variants

visions in real glass design        PMMA, transparent, partially         Printing, reverse                      lite                       PMMA, transparent, partially       Printing, reverse
                                    pigmented                                                                                              pigmented                          backlit

visions split lacquer design        PMMA, transparent, partially pig-    Printing, reverse,
                                    mented, real metal foil lamination   for 1640E and 1641E on the front       designo                    ABs, PMMA, PP, solid coloured      Printing, complex decor printing up
                                                                                                                                                                              to 60 colours

visions split lacquer design with   PMMA, transparent, partially real    Printing, reverse,
integrated V-groove                 metal foil lamination                for 1640E and 1641E on the front       decor                      ABs, PP, PVC, solid coloured       Printing

visions with decor gloss            PMMA, transparent, partially         Printing, reverse
                                    pigmented
                                                                                                                natura                     ABs, PP, PVC, solid coloured,      Printing
                                                                                                                                           grained                            natural graining following
                                                                                                                                                                              processing of the radius and on
visions with shadow effect          PMMA, transparent, partially         Printing, reverse,                                                                                   the front
                                    pigmented                            Decor printing synchronised with the
                                                                         lacquer finishing
                                                                                                                wood                       Wood, etching possible             Lacquering possible

visions in milk glass design        PP, translucent, partially pigmented Printing, reverse

                                                                                                                color                      ABs, PP, PVC, solid coloured,      none
                                                                                                                                           all RAL colour tones possible

magic I                             PET, transparent,                    none/printing
                                    Real metal insert
                                                                                                                duo-color                  ABs, PP, PVC, solid coloured in    none / printing
                                                                                                                                           two layers
magic II                            ABs, PP, translucent,                none/printing
                                    Real metal insert                    Cool touch effect with real metal
                                                                         insert
                                                                                                                basic edge                 ABs, for coating layers up to 3 mm none
                                                                                                                                           Thick, rollable, pressure stable,
magic II stufendesign               ABs, PP, translucent,                Printing                                                          open-pored adhesive-friendly
                                    Real metal insert                    Cool touch effect with real metal
                                                                         insert
                                                                                                                soft                       PP, PVC, solid coloured with       none / printing
magic III                           ABs, PP, transparent,                none                                                              co-extruded
                                    Hot embossing foil                                                                                     buffer element, different
                                                                                                                                           buffer shapes

                                                                                                                floor                      ABs, anthracite colours solid      none
magic 3D                            PMMA, transparent, partially         Printing, reverse                                                 coloured
                                    pigmented

magic 3D, granite                   PMMA, transparent, solid coloured, Printing, reverse                        flex edge                  PP, solid coloured, all RAL colour none / printing
                                    embedded pigmentation                                                                                  tones possible, radius compatibility
                                                                                                                                           up to 35 mm

All product ranges are available in various dimensions and rolls or packaging formats.

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RAUKANTEX MATERIALS
AT A GLANCE

              Discover the variety of RAUKANTEX edgeband materials:

              RAUKANTEX in PP                                          RAUKANTEX in PET
              This ecologically safe material has become a firmly      Polyethyl-terephthalate is a hard, highly transparent
              established material in virtually all furniture ranges   polymer material with good light fastness ≥
              over the last few years. It uses less energy during      level 6 to EN ISO 4892-2, Process B. RAU-PET
              manufacturing and can later be recycled or incine-       is physiologically safe and in Cat. 2 of the PAK
              rated. During incineration it only produces carbon       requirements and is also classified in the fire
              dioxide and water (as per natural gas). RAUKANTEX        classification UL 94 HB. Processing waste can be
              PP is suitable for use on all conventional edgeban-      incinerated or recycled.
              ding machines in a continuous operation or on CNC
              machinery. The patented universal primer system          RAUKANTEX in ABS
              guarantees optimum bonding of the edgeband with          ABS is another member of the thermoplastic
              EVA, PA and PUR-based hot-melt adhesive types.           materials family for edgeband. This impact, light
              The edgeband material is UV light fast (at least to      and heat resistant material can be recycled or
              level 7 of the wool scale EN ISO 4892-2, Process B),     incinerated. ABS is also chlorine-free. ABS is as
              is extremely resistant to heat, has a low shrinkage      easy to process as PVC and can be processed on
              and is resistant to solvents. Some applications,         all usual edgebanders.
              such as tight radii on the processing centre, are
              only possible with RAUKANTEX PP.                         RAUKANTEX in PVC
                                                                       PVC is more versatile than any other material and
              RAUKANTEX in PMMA                                        has formed the basis for edgeband for decades:
              Polymethylmethacrylate is a hard material with a         RAUKANTEX in PVC has universal material
              high scratch resistance. RAU-PMMA edgeband               properties, which makes this material the most
              is therefore particularly robust and durable.            used edgeband material worldwide. PVC is easy
              Furthermore, the edgeband is UV resistant, light fast,   to process, self-extinguishing, light fast to at
              at least to level 7 of the wool scale to EN ISO 4892-    least level 7, has good chemical resistance, can
              2, process B and can be incinerated or recycled. As      be recycled and, if burned correctly, incinerated.
              a natural material RAU-PMMA is clear, whereby all        Furthermore, PVC with its low primary energy
              transparent, translucent and muted tones can be          consumption during manufacture and low eco
              adjusted. RAU-PMMA edgeband can be processed             and human toxicity in water marks it as one of the
              on all usual edgebanders                                 materials with a good eco-balance.

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CONTENTS

               EDGEBAND EXPERTISE    REHAU - innovative development partner .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6
                                     Design at the highest level .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 8
                                     Material and process expertise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
                                     RAUKANTEX laser edge  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  12

    RAUKANTEX EDGEBAND MATERIALS     The product range coordination guide .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .                                                 18

                                     GLASS - TRANSPARENT ELEGANCE . .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 30

                                     METAL - COOL SENSUOUSNESS  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 38

                                     STONE – CLOSE TO NATURE  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 46

                                     WOOD – DISTINCTIVE TEXTURES .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 54

                                     COLOUR – HERE COLOUR COMES INTO PLAY  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 62

                                     INSPIRATION - CREATIVE IDEAS  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 68

                                     FUNCTION – SOLUTIONS WITH ADDED VALUE  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 72

                 SURFACE FINISHING   Impressive appearance, tangible structure  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  80

 SERVICE AND CONVENIENCE COMBINED    Focus on the customer .  .  .  .  .             .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .  . 86
                                     REHAU EXPRESS COLLECTION. .                     .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 88
                                     Services  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 90
                                     Quality from conviction  .  .  .  .  .          .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    .    . 92

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EDGEBAND EXPERTISE
REHAU - INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT PARTNER
DESIGN FOR FURNITURE GALLERY OF REFINED EDGEBANDS
Edgeband solutions with know-how
REHAU has been recognised as a reliable partner in the furniture
sector for decades. One of REHAU’s strengths is being able to identify
developing trends early on and incorporating them into innovative
products for the benefit of its customers.

As a specialist in polymer processing REHAU also plays a pioneering
role in the area of edgeband materials. We devise innovative solutions
and follow the product from the initial idea development through to
series production. In doing so, we guarantee the highest productivity
and process reliability. Here the focus is on fulfilling the quality stan-
dards and requirements of our customers.

With our global network of skilled technical and commercial employees
we are able to offer advice throughout the whole process, meet special
requirements and offer individual solutions to our customers. We offer
support every step of the way .

The combination of innovative designs, process know-how, and material
expertise accumulated over decades in the furniture sector, give us
the extensive product portfolio and wide range of services that makes
REHAU a powerful system supplier and development partner.

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DESIGN AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL
    THE EDGEBAND AS A DESIGN ELEMENT

    Design down to the detail
    The desire for more individuality in furniture design and a love of
    detail, have put edgeband in the spotlight as a design element.
    Functional aspects are just as important as look and feel.
    Edgeband design is no longer just something to be seen but also
    felt and experienced.

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Proactive design management is one of
                                                                                                              REHAU’s strengths. Through continuous
                                                                                                              analysis of the market and also the
                                                                                                              screening of developments in areas such
                                                                                                              as design, architecture and technology,
                                                                                                              developing trends can be identified and
                                                                                                              picked up at an early stage and can be
                                                                                                              translated into innovative product and
                                                                                                              design solutions for our customers.

REHAU Design management                               Limitless possibilities
REHAU benefits from years of experience in the        REHAU caters for maximum design freedom with its
market. Design and development expertise are          versatile RAUKANTEX edgeband material product
reflected in the in-house research and development    ranges. A design pool with creative decorative
centres and also in the furniture division's design   designs which inspire, edgeband with a glass
centre. Design competitions and close cooperations    appearance which appeal with their transparency
with universities provide continuous creative input   and translucency, an extensive repertoire of
for the further development of REHAU’s product        surfaces, embossing and lacquer effects and
ranges.                                               a decorative design and colour pallet which is
                                                      perfectly matched to the collections of international
                                                      board manufacturers. The possibilities for edgeband
                                                      designs are endless.

                                                      Attractive standard range:
                                                      The REHAU EXPRESS COLLECTION
                                                      Fast, flexible and in quantities suitable for every
                                                      project, RAUKANTEX edgeband materials are
                                                      available in the REHAU EXPRESS COLLECTION -
                                                      perfectly matched to the requirements of trade and
                                                      interior design partners. Enhancements to current
                                                      surface and design innovations and also regional
                                                      or country-specific collections are constantly being
                                                      worked on. The REHAU EXPRESS COLLECTION is
                                                      always keeping up with the latest trends.

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MATERIAL AND PROCESS EXPERTISE
                                          QUALITY FROM THE START

                                          Materials and formulations from REHAU
                                          The in-house material development at REHAU has established itself
                                          as a pillar of success in the origins of the company. Here quality,
                                          reliability and customer benefits of the REHAU products are top
                                          priority.

With several thousand specially matched
formulations for various sectors REHAU
has an enormous material portfolio.

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Sustainable industry resources with low waste pro-       development at REHAU. Particular attention is paid
duction and active recycling concepts are included       to the processing properties of materials in the 40+
in the tasks of material, process and production         REHAU production locations worldwide.

Consistent research and optimisation in both             We also pass on our know-how to our customers
process engineering and materials and also design        and offer the unique service of professional training,
allow us to give the furniture industry new innovative   seminars and workshops under the umbrella of the
designs. We follow our products from the initial         REHAU ACADEMY.
idea, through its development, using sampling,
to the final installation or application. During this    Thanks to e-business our product range and
process customers have access to expert specialists      information service is available around the clock.
who provide information about technical innovations      Targeted SCM and optimum logistic services round
in internal training and are qualified to provide        off REHAU's wide spectrum of services.
technical applications advice.

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RAUKANTEX LASER EDGE
                                            PURE POLYMER – TOTAL SEAMLESS INTEGRATION

                                            Edgeband materials for laser technology
                                            Ever increasing demands on design and appearance as well as high
                                            product quality and functionality play a significant role in furniture
                                            production. The revolutionary process of laser welding represents a
                                            key piece of technology for fulfilling these requirements.

Using its core expertise in materials and
process engineering, REHAU became he
first supplier to develop an innovative,
pure polymer edgeband generation
especially for laser technology.

The innovative edgeband material
generation is suitable for all machine
technologies available on the market
and can be used across all of the REHAU
product ranges.
All edgebands marked with this icon are
also available as RAUKANTEX laser edge

                                            This innovative technology makes it possible to      manently. This makes it possible to completely do
                                            bond the edgeband and board permanently,             away with adhesive in edgeband processing and to
                                            without seams and without adhesive whilst            create a permanently invisible seam between the
                                            optimising the production process.                   board and the edgeband.

                                            During the process of bonding the edgeband and       The previous distracting glue seam which had
                                            board together the usual adhesive component in       mostly negatively influenced the overall appearance
                                            the production equipment is replaced with a highly   due to rubbing down, becoming dirty and yellowing
More information about RAUKANTEX
                                            efficient laser. This melts the polymer functional   is completely eliminated as a result of this. This
laser edge: No adhesive, no seam, no        layer to the bottom of the co-extruded edgeband      creates a high quality appearance with seam-
problem(M40750).                            material and bonds the components together per-      less integration.

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Advantages of laser technology:
Design
--Permanent invisible seam thanks to a pure
  polymer, adhesive-free solution
--Flawless appearance of total seamless
  integration due to the exact colour match of
  the functional and decorative layer
--Functional layer matched to the hard deco-
  rative layer - no rubbing down of the seam
  in daily use
--Absolute freedom of colour and decorative
  design choice – all product ranges can be
  used for laser processing

Quality
--Permanent and functional invisible seam
--Increased resistance of the boards to heat
  and moisture

Processing
--Increased process reliability
--Saves process steps and resources
--Minimised maintenance work and reduced
  set-up times
--Matching of the edgeband material/primer/
  adhesive no longer necessary
--Storage and logistics of resources no longer
  required
RAUKANTEX edgeband materials – functional, creative, versatile
                                              REHAU offers its innovative edgeband material generation for laser
                                              bonding for all of the familiar RAUKANTEX product ranges.

New perspectives on design are opened         Discover the limitless variety of RAUKANTEX               edgeband generation from REHAU allows you to reate
up in conjunction with extravagant deco-      edgeband materials                                        glass effects on fronts with typical radii and facet
rative designs. Use decor gloss finishes or   The seamless transition between edgeband and              effects, without having to dispense with the advan-
“elegant matt” surface variants, to create
                                              board helps to create a high quality appearance, so       tages of polymer materials – in this case PMMA. The
an exclusive contrast to the otherwise
prevalent high gloss surfaces.
                                              whether attractive solid colours for fronts and carcas-   seamless appearance of the surfaces and the split
                                              ses or classic wood and stone decorative designs for      lacquer design of the edgebands perfectly simulate
                                              worktops, laser edge sets a new standard for quality      a real glass panel mounted for example on a metallic
                                              and design. In combination with the RAUKANTEX             base.
                                              visions product range, the “glass on a roll”, the new

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Impressive effects with
RAUKANTEX laser edge

Subtle or extravagant:
Attractive solid colours

Classic and elegant:
Versatile wood and stone decorative designs

Cool and timeless:
Metal effect surfaces with the
RAUKANTEX magic product range

Transparent and modern:
Innovative glass interpretations with
RAUKANTEX visions

Impressive depth effect:
Three-dimensional surfaces with
RAUKANTEX magic 3D

Distinctive structures and lacquer effects:
Surface finishing for a unique feel
RAUKANTEX EDGEBAND MATERIALS
AT HOME EVERYWHERE
Building on our expertise in design,
function, technology and surface REHAU
offers versatile solutions, and skilfully
incorporates our customer’s ideas.

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PRODUCT RANGE COORDINATION
     TOTAL SEAMLESS INTEGRATION

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United by design
Attention to detail and a complimentary, matching appearance are
important aspects in furniture and interior design. The look and feel
of materials and surfaces should work together in harmony, with
individual components perfectly matched to each other. As a system
supplier REHAU focuses on exactly these aspects. The components no
longer have to be painstakingly matched to each other – customers
get these from one source in the product range coordination guide
across all products from REHAU.

Glass product range coordination guide         Elegant matt product range coordination guide

Metal product range coordination guide         Decor gloss product range coordination guide

Inspiration product range coordination guide

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GLASS PRODUCT RANGE COORDINATION
     TRANSPARENCY ACROSS THE WHOLE RANGE

     Glass is an important trend topic. In order to continue the glass
     effect on tambour door fronts and edges in the kitchen, and to
     therefore create an appearance of the individual components
     matching one another, REHAU offers the glass product range
     coordination guide made up of the RAUKANTEX visions and
     RAUVOLET vetro-line systems.

     RAUKANTEX visions, the glass on a roll, combines
     the advantages of polymer materials with the look
     of real glass and therefore creates new perspectives
     in creative furniture design. This trend is picked up
     by RAUVOLET vetro-line on kitchen cabinets and
     doors. The innovative glass tambour door system
     combines the design aspect of real glass with the
     advantages of polymer tambour door systems.

     With the glass product range coordination guide
     REHAU opens new perspectives for attractive
     kitchen design and ensures a consistent colour
     and appearance throughout.

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Real glass-effect in the product range
coordination guide:
--Perfect imitation or real glass surfaces in the
  material PMMA
--Advantages of polymer systems, e.g. per-
  fect running properties of the tambour door
  systems
--Perfect matching of colour and design or decor
  (e.g. decor gloss)
METAL PRODUCT RANGE COORDINATION
     BRILLIANT PROSPECTS FOR KITCHEN DESIGN

     Metallic surfaces are a real
     classic in kitchen design.
     With the metal product range
     coordination guide REHAU
     ensures high quality tambour
     doors, sides, worktops,
     splashbacks, carcasses and
     plinth covers.

     Whether in cool aluminium or an exclusive stainless
     steel finish – the edgeband materials, tambour
     doors, wall seal systems and plinth covers are
     matched both visually and in terms of material
     selection in such a way that a continuous, elegant
     appearance is achieved.

     The following applies for the metal product range
     coordination guide: You get the best of both worlds.
     Functionality and processability of the polymer
     meets the design quality and feel of real aluminium.

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Metallic classic in the product range
coordination guide:
--Unity in look and material
--Unique feel due to the real metal surface
--Advantages of polymer systems, e.g. per-
  fect running properties of the tambour door
  systems
--Elegant split lacquer design (combination
  glass/metal)
INSPIRATION RANGE COORDINATION
     CREATIVE MOTIVATIONS FOR FURNITURE DESIGN

     With the versatile Inspiration design pool REHAU offers its
     customers maximum creativity and design freedom on their
     edgeband. However, REHAU are going one step further by
     introducing this repertoire of creative designs into the tambour
     door range as well.

     Absolute innovation: the possibility of flat decorative
     printing on the sound-absorbing RAUVOLET
     acoustic-line profile. Here the usual slat appearance
     on the tambour door front is lost in favour of a flat
     design.

     The perfectly matched designs create new dimen-
     sions in room planning, e.g. for grouping worktops
     or visual separation into individual areas. Living
     spaces with a high degree of aesthetic character
     are created from simple working spaces.

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More creativity in the product range
coordination guide:
--Versatile repertoire of creative decors for
  edgeband
--Flat decorative printing of RAUVOLET profiles
--Harmonious flat look
--Maximum design freedom
DECOR GLOSS RANGE COORDINATION
     SUBTLE EXTRAVAGANCE

     Completely new looks are
     achieved through partial
     lacquer application and the
     use of different gloss levels.

                                      Floral designs, geometric shapes, wooden struc-
                                      tures - there are hardly any limits on creativity: All
                                      of the available edgeband decors can be created in
                                      these variants. With regard to the finished surfaces
                                      the motto is “total seamless integration” – as even
                                      tambour doors and wall seal systems are impressive
                                      in a consistent look.

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Decor gloss product range coordination guide
with a combination of different decors:
--Unlimited variety
--Combination of different gloss levels
--Creation of a consistent, matched appearance
ELEGANT MATT RANGE COORDINATION
     THE VELVET SURFACE GENERATION

     Using our expertise in surface
     finishing, with "elegant matt"
     REHAU offers a completely new
     surface generation with gloss
     levels below 6 points which
     invite you to feel and experience
     them.

                                         In addition to the unique finish with no light-reflecting
                                         effects (sheen effect) and the velvet feel, the sur-
                                         faces also score points for their functional proper-
                                         ties. The high scratch resistance and resistance to
                                         dirt, dust, or finger marks especially, are particularly
                                         advantageous in kitchen applications.

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Elegant matt product range coordination guide:
--Gloss level below 6 points
--No light-reflecting effects
--Velvety feel
--Scratch-resistant
--Resistant to dirt, dust and fingermarks
GLASS - TRANSPARENT ELEGANCE
     THE IMPRESSION OF ELEGANCE

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Glass - transparent elegance
RAUKANTEX visions - Glass on a roll
Glass has always been an important component in architecture and
design as well as day-today life. It is also hard to imagine kitchen
design without transparent or translucent glass doors and surfaces.

With the RAUKANTEX visions range REHAU has now created the
possibility to combine the high quality appearance of real glass with
the positive character properties of polymer materials, and to therefore
achieve a glass effect on edgeband.
In milk glass, real glass or in a split lacquer design with aluminium or
stainless steel surfaces - the new interpretations on the trend of glass
surfaces create an impressive result with threedimensional depth
effect and realistic radius and facet effect.

RAUKANTEX visions in real glass design   RAUKANTEX visions in milk glass design

RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design   RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design

RAUKANTEX visions with decor gloss       RAUKANTEX visions with shadow effect

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RAUKANTEX VISIONS
     GLASS ON A ROLL

     RAUKANTEX visions in real glass design – Highlights on the edgeband
     RAUKANTEX visions in real glass design, reinterprets glass and
     strikingly continues the trend for transparency and translucency
     on edgeband.

     The size of the components is of secondary im-          niques. Whether in subtle real glass tones or intense
     portance here – even with delicate furniture lines      colour shades such as emerald green, mocha or lava
     RAUKANTEX visions creates the impression and aura       - the virtually limitless RAUKANTEX visions colour
     of real glass as a result of special processing tech-   world allows any application to become a highlight.

         RAUKANTEX visions in real glass design:
         --Perfect interplay of modern design and the
           processing advantages of polymer materials
         --Unique, three-dimensional depth effect
         --Modern transparency
         --Limitless colour world
         --Product range coordination guide with
           tambour door system
         --RAUVOLET vetro-line

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Glass - transparent elegance
RAUKANTEX visions in milk glass design – fascinatingly creative
RAUKANTEX visions in milk glass design appear translucent, but
opaque, and their translucent appearance can be adapted perfectly
to the surface or can create accents which are rich in contrast.

Designs entirely to your taste: Plain in pastel blue
or green, or striking in tundra or royal blue. With
RAUKANTEX visions in milk glass design, creative
furniture concepts become reality.

                                                       RAUKANTEX visions in milk glass design:
                                                       --Translucent appearance
                                                       --Wide range of colours

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RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design – glass and metal elegantly
     combined
     RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design combine the trendy look
     of cool metallic surfaces with the depth effect, transparency or
     translucency of the glass-effect edgebands.
     Choose from a wide range of elegant designs: From   copper and champagne to create the look of a glass
     matt aluminium, high quality brushed stainless      panel mounted on a metal base.
     steel, and charming titanium, or as an equivalent
     to the cool metallic surfaces, warm tones such as

                                                          RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design:
                                                          --Combination of glass and metal
                                                          --Elegant design and feel due to the use of real
                                                            metal foil
                                                          --Numerous colours and materials to choose
                                                            from

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Glass - transparent elegance
RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design with integrated V-groove -
effective connection
The edgeband with split lacquer design and integrated V-groove is
a particular highlight of the RAUKANTEX visions range. The effect
of a glass panel on a base is enhanced by an integrated V-groove.
Numerous combinations of glass/metal, glass/          it is to simulate a glass panel mounted on a metallic
wood etc. as well as a decor gloss effect are also    base or the subtle offsetting of two layers using
possible. There are no limits on the combination of   different lacquer applications.
decorative designs and different lacquers, whether

                                                       RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer design with
                                                       integrated V-groove:
                                                       --Enhancing the effect of a glass panel
                                                         mounted on a base
                                                       --Material combinations and decor gloss look
                                                         possible
                                                       --Back printing of the groove to create a
                                                         shadow effect

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RAUKANTEX visions with decor gloss – brilliant effects on the
     edgeband
     RAUKANTEX visions, with decor gloss, is finished with a low-key
     pattern on the top using a partial lacquer application.

     Various REHAU edgeband designs in decor gloss          structures – there are no limits to your imagination
     can be reproduced. A subtle but effective decor is     with this exclusive surface design.
     achieved by using different gloss grades. Whether
     floral, fanciful designs, geometric shapes or wooden

                                                             RAUKANTEX visions with decor gloss:
                                                             --Subtle decor through the interplay of
                                                               different gloss levels
                                                             --Fascinating light reflection
                                                             --Limitless variety with the combination of
                                                               different decors

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Glass - transparent elegance
RAUKANTEX visions with shadow effect - striking but subtle
RAUKANTEX visions with shadow effect set the scene for
decorative design and allow subtle but effective accents to be
created.

By combining printing of the back of transparent    choice of colours and the possibility of achieving
edgeband, and a partial lacquer application to      various effects.
the front, a shadow effect is created. New design
perspectives are opened by a virtually unlimited

                                                     RAUKANTEX visions with shadow effect:
                                                     --Striking shadow effects using special
                                                       printing and partial lacquer application
                                                     --Virtually unlimited selection of colours
                                                       and effects
                                                     --Solid colouring possible

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METAL - COOL STEEL
     OR WARM COPPER TONES

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Metal - cool sensuousness
RAUKANTEX magic – stylish and high quality
Cool aluminium, high quality stainless steel, classic chrome - the design
world is still experiencing a fascination for metal. The difference is in the
detail: Whether in cool metallic surfaces such as aluminium, stainless
steel and titanium or in warm tones such as copper or champagne –
edgeband materials from the RAUKANTEX magic product range create
high quality and stylish accents.
The application area of RAUKANTEX magic is almost limitless, the pre-
mium edgebands are not only used in the kitchen but also in the office,
home office and living and bedroom areas.

Create high quality and effective highlights with the RAUKANTEX magic
lines. A variety of options is on offer for your individual requirements:

RAUKANTEX magic I                         RAUKANTEX magic II

RAUKANTEX magic II split lacquer design   RAUKANTEX magic III

RAUKANTEX magic 3D

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RAUKANTEX magic
     STYLISH AND HIGH QUALITY ACCENTS

     RAUKANTEX magic I - details make the difference
     RAUKANTEX magic I make kitchens shine. The edgebands with real
     metal inserts, which can be embossed as an option, are available
     in the design variants aluminium, stainless steel and chrome.

     Crystal clear transparent or coloured designs
     make dream kitchens a reality. The patented
     RAUKANTEX magic I product range also stands
     out with its excellent processability.

         RAUKANTEX magic I:                             RAUKANTEX magic II:
         --Design variants aluminium, stainless steel   --Feel and look of real metal combined with the
           and chrome                                      processing advantages of polymer materials
         --With real metal insert, optional embossing   -- Design variants aluminium, stainless steel and chrome
         --Crystal clear transparent and coloured       --Base colour as a contrast possible
           designs possible                             --UV-resistant surface coating
         --UV-resistant surface coating                 --Good radius compatibility
         --Good radius compatibility                    --Finishing with printing possible
                                                        --All magic II colours are also available as magic 3D

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Metal - cool sensuousness
RAUKANTEX magic II – stylish and high quality
Using a laminated real metal foil RAUKANTEX magic II combines
the look and feel of real metal with the processing advantages of
polymer materials.

The "metal on a roll" stands out due to its excellent   stainless steel surfaces within its RAUKANTEX
radius compatibility. With new, warm metal tones        magic II product range. It is ideal for thick worktops
such as copper and champagne REHAU offers a             and also wide sides and frames.
high quality alternative to the cool aluminium or

                                                                                                                 It is also possible to print the real metal
                                                                                                                 foil, for example with creative designs
                                                                                                                 from the Inspiration design pool This
                                                                                                                 combination of high quality metal look
                                                                                                                 and creative design opens up new design
                                                                                                                 possibilities.

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RAUKANTEX magic II split lacquer design – for worktops and sides
     With RAUKANTEX magic II split lacquer design variant a fluid
     transition from the board decor to a metallic base is created.

     RAUKANTEX magic II edgeband in split lacquer        choose from in wood, stone and bespoke finishes
     design are specially designed for applications on   for individual furniture design.
     worktops or sides and are available in PP. Around
     7000 decorative designs are available for you to

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Metal - cool sensuousness
RAUKANTEX magic III – an outstanding alternative
RAUKANTEX magic III is the simple and cost-effective alternative to
RAUKANTEX magic II. Instead of real metal, a thin hot stamping foil
is applied to this product range.

 RAUKANTEX magic II split lacquer design:            RAUKANTEX magic III:
 --Lamination with real metal foil                   --Alternative to laminating with real metal foils
 --Combination design of real aluminium              --Versatile edgeband design options
   (aluminium and stainless steel look)/
   RAUKANTEX visions split lacquer edgeband
   and RAUKANTEX decorative designs
 --For all RAUKANTEX magic II surfaces and colours
 --UV-resistant surface coating
 --Good radius patibility

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RAUKANTEX magic 3D - design with depth effect
     Another highlight is the RAUKANTEX magic 3D product range. The
     combination of a transparent surface and high quality back printing
     creates a unique and three-dimensional depth.

     This "3D effect" makes decorative designs appear   compatibility, a finish that requires no reworking,
     even more prominent and solid colours even         a surface that can be polished and a decorative
     brighter. The positive processing properties of    design that also remains when the radius is milled.
     the edgeband speaks for itself: very good radius

                                                         RAUKANTEX magic 3D:
                                                         --Unique and three-dimensional depth
                                                         --Prominent, bright appearance
                                                         --Reverse embossing and back printing with
                                                           metal tones
                                                         --Printing on the front and rear (e.g. foamed
                                                           aluminium)
                                                         --No frame effect
                                                         --Very good processing properties

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Metal - cool sensuousness
Premium surface finishing   Premium finishing with embossing:
                            --No frame effect
                            --A variety of embossing variants
                            --Embossing on the surface possible
                            --Conveys a natural feel
                            Premium finishing with polish:
                            --Variant which can be polished
                            --Homogenous appearance created by polishing the
                              radius
                            --Solid colouring possible
                            Premium finishing with lacquer:
                            --Lacquer from matt lacquer to mirror gloss

                            RAUKANTEX magic 3D with surface embossing
                            --Many front/rear decorative designs and colours
                            --Emphasises the natural properties of the boards
                            -- Various decorative designs in 6-colour printing possible
                            --Impressive decorative print depth
                            --No frame effect, design also on the radius
                            --Complex decors in a broken stone look/embossing
                            --Natural look due to the embossed surface
                            --Reflection due to the printing on the top and bottom
                            --Lacquer effects from matt lacquer to mirror gloss

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STONE – CLOSE TO NATURE
     STRENGTH AND DURABILITY

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Tangible design, perfect interpretation
Natural materials have been experiencing a revival in furniture design
for some time. However, it doesn’t have to be the same solid granite
worktop. Surface and edgeband decorative designs have been refined
over many years in order to cleverly imitate various types of stone –
and with new surface finishing processes the perfect illusion can also
be created with regard to the surface texture.

                                                                          Stone – close to nature
Experience the look and feel of stone in the REHAU product ranges.

RAUKANTEX designo                    RAUKANTEX decor

RAUKANTEX magic 3D                   RAUKANTEX magic 3D „Granite“

RAUKANTEX magic 3D „Broken stone“

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RAUKANTEX designo
                                             WORKTOPS RECREATED PERFECTLY

                                             RAUKANTEX designo – you have the choice
                                             RAUKANTEX designo edgebands open up completely new
                                             possibilities to the user in terms of the layout and design of kitchen
                                             worktops.

                                             The exclusive, high quality 6-colour printing tech-      be applied even to tight radii. It is resistant to water
                                             nology as well as a variety of gloss levels and effect   vapour and scratches, shock-resistant and meets
                                             lacquers gives the edgeband a unique, attractive         the highest requirements.
                                             stone look. The RAUKANTEX designo edgeband can

REHAU has various decorative designs
which correspond to the collections of
leading board manufacturers. Due to their
excellent application properties they are
tailor-made for finishing kitchen worktops
and counters.

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RAUKANTEX decor
ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

RAUKANTEX decor – visual diversity
The RAUKANTEX decor product range imposes no limits on your
imagination. The versatile, brilliant stone decors will inspire you.

                                                                                                       Stone – close to nature
The RAUKANTEX decor corresponds in structure,
shape and appearance to leading board
manufacturer’s collections. The product range
covers the whole range of stone designs.

 RAUKANTEX designo:                               RAUKANTEX decor:
 --Impressive printing quality                    --Endless variety of decorative designs
 --6-colour printing technology                   --Matched to the collections of leading board
 --Variety of gloss levels and effect lacquers      manufacturers
 --PP, ABS and PVC material                       --PP, ABS and PVC materials
 --Very good processing and application proper-
   ties

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RAUKANTEX magic
     STYLISH AND HIGH QUALITY ACCENTS

     RAUKANTEX magic 3D - design with depth effect
     Edgebands from the RAUKANTEX magic 3D range provide another
     highlight. They recreate the look and feel of stone perfectly.

     Transparent surfaces create unique three-dimen-        ves: good radius compatibility, a surface that can be
     sional effects and make stone decorative designs       polished and a decorative design that also remains
     appear even more prominent and realistic. The po-      when the radius is milled.
     sitive processing properties also speak for themsel-

         RAUKANTEX magic 3D:                                 RAUKANTEX magic 3D „Granite“:
         --Three-dimensional effect                          --Natural look and feel
         --Prominent appearance                              --Single colours or combinations of colours
         --Positive processing properties                      possible
                                                             --Fascinating range of possible decorative
                                                               designs
                                                             --No frame effect due to the solid colouring of
                                                               the material and even distribution of the colour
                                                               pigments

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RAUKANTEX magic 3D “Granite” – impressive feel
The perfect imitation of natural materials is an important trend in
current furniture design. As a result, increasingly high requirements
in terms of a natural look and feel are placed on the design of the
boards.

                                                                                                              Stone – close to nature
RAUKANTEX magic 3D “Granite” fulfils these            of possible decorative designs are produced. The
requirements impressively. The natural looking        RAUKANTEX magic 3D “Granite” product range
surface is deceptively similar to granite, and with   creates highlights both on fronts as well as on
the addition of colour pigments a fascinating range   worktops.

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RAUKANTEX magic 3D “Broken stone” – naturalness on a roll
     The RAUKANTEX magic 3D “Broken stone look” captures the
     look and feel of complex stone decorative designs in their full
     naturalness.

     With this innovative development REHAU is            roll". As a result of the printing on the top and bottom
     combining the look of real broken stone with the     a unique visual reflection occurs, the embossed
     processing advantages of polymer materials and       surface ensures a natural look.
     therefore provides another "mineral material on a

         RAUKANTEX magic 3D „Broken stone“:
         --Complex stone decorative designs in a
           natural broken stone look
         --Natural look due to the embossed surface
         --Visual reflection due to the printing on the
           top and bottom

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     Stone – close to nature
WOOD – DISTINCTIVE TEXTURES
     PLEASANT NATURALNESS

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Edgeband materials with the "feel-good factor"
Wood symbolises nature, warmth and comfort, and it is difficult to
imagine kitchen landscapes without it. Whether it is a subtle look or
distinctive textures - the new surface finishing process allows a perfect
illusion to be created.

Experience the new interpretations of different woods in the REHAU
product ranges:

                                                                             Wood – distinctive textures
RAUKANTEX designo                      RAUKANTEX decor

RAUKANTEX natura                       RAUKANTEX magic 3D

RAUKANTEX wood

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RAUKANTEX designo
                                             MORE NATURALNESS ON THE WORKTOP

                                             RAUKANTEX designo – you have the choice
                                             Whether in an effective contrast to the surface or in the same
                                             design: RAUKANTEX designo edgebands open up completely new
                                             possibilities to the user in terms of the layout and design of kitchen
                                             worktops.
                                             The exclusive, high quality 6-colour printing techno-   applied even to tight radii. They are resistant to
                                             logy, as well as a variety of gloss levels and effect   water vapour and scratches, shock-resistant and
                                             lacquers, gives the edgeband a unique wood look.        meet the highest requirements.
                                             The RAUKANTEX designo edgebands can be

REHAU has various decorative designs
which correspond to the collections of
leading board manufacturers. Due to their
excellent application properties they are
tailor-made for finishing kitchen worktops
and counters.

                                                 RAUKANTEX designo:
                                                 --6-colour synchronised printing
                                                 --Resistant to water vapour
                                                 --Scratch and heat-resistant
                                                 --Variety of gloss levels and effect lacquers
                                                 --Exclusive synchronised printing
                                                 --PP, ABS and PVC material
                                                 --Very good processing and application
                                                   properties

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RAUKANTEX decor
THE LOVE OF DETAIL

RAUKANTEX decor – visual diversity
The RAUKANTEX decor product range puts no limits on your
imagination. Whether dark mahogany, warm beech or light oak -
the product range contains the right decorative design for every
customer requirement.
The RAUKANTEX decor corresponds in structure,
shape and appearance to the collections of leading
board manufacturers. The product range covers the
whole range of wood designs.

                                                                        Wood – distinctive textures
    RAUKANTEX decor:
    --Endless variety of decorative designs
    --Matched to the collections of leading board
      manufacturers
    --PP, ABS and PVC material

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RAUKANTEX NATURA
     IMPRESSIVELY REAL TO THE CORE

     RAUKANTEX natura – pure nature
     RAUKANTEX natura even brings out the wood structure in radiused
     zones. The impressively real wood texture is created by a special
     manufacturing process right through to the core. Therefore the wood
     effect is not lost after machining the radius area.
     You will find several thousand variations in our reper-   right through to special design types such as birdeye,
     toire, each corresponding to the wood effect of the        root effect or pine. The transition from the board
     board surface. From the classical modern types of wood    surface to edgeband is visually matched. RAUKANTEX
     such as maple, cherry, alder, pear, oak and beech         natura is available in ABs and PP materials.

                                                                RAUKANTEX natura:
                                                                - The impressive real wood texture through
                                                                  to the core
                                                                - Wood effect remains even after the radius
                                                                  has been milled

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RAUKANTEX magic
STYLISH AND HIGH QUALITY ACCENTS

RAUKANTEX magic 3D – woods in new dimensions
A special depth effect characterises the RAUKANTEX magic
3D product range. Transparent surfaces create unique three-
dimensional effects and make decorative designs appear even
more prominent.
The positive processing properties also speak for
themselves: good radius compatibility, a surface that
can be polished and a decorative design that also
remains when the radius is milled.

                                                                   Wood – distinctive textures
    RAUKANTEX magic 3D:
    --Three-dimensional effect
    --No frame effect
    --Striking depth effect
    --Prominent appearance
    --Can be polished even in the radius area
    --Positive processing properties

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RAUKANTEX wood
     SIMPLY NATURAL

     RAUKANTEX wood - the perfect finish
     The growth properties and colouring of the material wood are
     just as versatile as the wood types – from European maple via
     American cherry and wenge to multiplex. This naturalness is
     reflected in RAUKANTEX wood.
     The different wood decorative edgeband designs can
     be stained and lacquered on request and therefore
     provide the perfect finish for high quality furniture and
     assemblies.

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Wood – distinctive textures
RAUKANTEX wood:
--Wide range of decorative designs
--Decorative designs stained and lacquered on
  request
--Depths from 0.6 mm to 5 mm
--Widths from 14 mm to 100 mm

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Colours bring rooms to life
     FASCINATING SPECTRUM

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Colours bring rooms to life
Colours and colour combinations have big potential in furniture design.
They fulfil the role of a unique design, can be appealing and inviting,
exude atmosphere, and give rooms expression and quality. Coloured
edgebands are becoming an independent design element and are
constantly redefining pieces of furniture and rooms.

These requirements are met by two REHAU product ranges. Bring colour
to edgebands with:

                                                                           Color – play of colours

RAUKANTEX color                       RAUKANTEX duo-color

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RAUKANTEX color
     UNLIMITED COLOUR SPECTRUM

     RAUKANTEX color – show your true colours
     RAUKANTEX color presents itself with an almost unlimited colour
     spectrum. All colour tones incl. the RAL scale and also different
     gloss levels, matt to high gloss lacquered with UV lacquers, are
     available.
     The mirror-gloss effect is created by high-gloss      The REHAU surface finishing combines elegant the
     lacquering for PP, ABS and PVC edgebands. The         collection, combine elegant decorative printing with
     right finish is given to the edgebands by finishing   a natural feel. The pigmented material guarantees a
     with material embossing or lacquer effects.           homogenous look particularly in the radius area.

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RAUKANTEX color has low shrinkage, is
                                           heat resistant and can be processed by
                                           the usual edgeband machines. RAUKANTEX
                                           color provides distinct advantages over
                                           melamine or pulp wood edges during both
                                           manufacture and application.

                                                                                     Color – play of colours
RAUKANTEX color:
- Wide colour pallet incl. RAL scale
- Finishing using RAUKANTEX impressions
- Lacquering from elegant matt via decor
  gloss to mirror gloss

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RAUKANTEX duo-color
     EFFECT THROUGH CONTRAST

     RAUKANTEX duo-color – the laminated edgeband
     Totally in-keeping with the “retro” look RAUKANTEX duo-color
     edgebands give pieces of furniture the typical “laminate look”. The
     edgeband, with contrasting black bottom layer, creates a border
     running all the way around for a high quality finish.
     The effect is produced by the colours and thicknesses   solid colours, wood or stone finishes, metallic or
     of the coloured layers – everything is possible from    mirror gloss effects - RAUKANTEX duo-color edge-
     stark contrasts to subtle shadow effects. There are     band creates the right accents to any surface.
     few limits to the surface design. Whether bright

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RAUKANTEX duo-color:
--Typical laminate look due to the black
  bottom layer
--High quality visual finish
--Almost limitless colour and surface design

                                                    Color – play of colours

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Inspiration – CREATIVE IDEAS
     INSPIRATION DESIGN POOL

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Colours bring rooms to life
With the Inspiration design pool REHAU not only offers a wide-ranging
repertoire of accentuating designs, but also wants to provide you with
inspiration for new ideas. There are no limits to your imagination here
– after all, the areas of application for the designs are as individual
as their appearance. Whether in creative shop or interior design, in
kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms or office applications – decorative
designs from the Inspiration design pool are a breath of fresh air.

                                                                          Inspiration – creative ideas

Inspiration design pool

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INSPIRATION DESIGN POOL
     DESIGN FREEDOM FOR EDGEBAND

     In conjunction with young designers REHAU has developed a range
     of creative designs and from these created the versatile Inspiration
     design pool.

     Whether its floral elements in a baroque style, a    The time when edgeband was visually exclusive to
     new design, graphical, geometric or colourful pat-   the surface is over. It redesigns a piece of furniture,
     terns, weaving look in the Asia trend or op art in   is striking, creates accents and offers room for
     the popular black and white look – the uniqueness    more individuality.
     of the designs is what gives them their appeal.

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You can find more detailed information
about the Inspiration design pool in
the publication “Inspiration – Individual
Design Solutions by REHAU"

                                                 Inspiration – creative ideas

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FUNCTION – SOLUTIONS WITH ADDED VALUE
     FUNCTIONAL EDGEBANDS

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Integrated edgeband concepts
As a design-related element on furniture, edgeband makes an impor-
tant contribution to the integrated design of living spaces. Therefore
stand-alone product solutions are not in demand here, but instead
integrated concepts which combine function and design for the benefit
of the customer.

REHAU is always providing new motivations here and develop edge-
band material solutions which score points with maximum functionality
and which can be applied to new requirements in terms of process
technology or fields of application.

Edgebands with added value can be found in the following product
ranges:

--RAUKANTEX basic edge
--RAUKANTEX soft
--RAUKANTEX antimicrobial
--RAUKANTEX floor
--RAUKANTEX flex edge
--RAUKANTEX lite

                                                                         Function - added value

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RAUKANTEX basic edge
     EDGEBAND SOLUTIONS FOR LIGHTWEIGHT APPLICATIONS

     RAUKANTEX basic-edge – the supporting edge
     Thicker worktops in the kitchen, more stable furniture sides and
     frames, overhang look for cover boards and table tops - there is one
     solution to fulfil this variety of customer requirements and to ensure
     optimum handling of the components: RAUKANTEX basic edge.
     The edge enables even thinner surface layers to be      application of the decorative edgeband. In addition
     created using lightweight construction boards. On       to this, RAUKANTEX basic edge ensures the required
     one hand it connects the lightweight surfaces to each   pressure stability and guarantees smooth machine
     other and on the other offers a solid basis for the     processing of the lightweight construction boards.

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In 2007 the RAUKANTEX basic edge sup-
                                               porting edge was awarded the "interzum
                                               award: intelligent material & design",
                                               which was awarded by the Cologne trade
                                               fair together with "reddot”.

RAUKANTEX basic edge:
- Creation of even thinner surface layers
  using lightweight construction boards
- Base for the application of the decorative
  egdeband
- Pressure stability
- smooth machine processing
- Unlimited realisation of free shapes
- Resource-saving and ecological
                                                                                        Function - added value

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OTHER FUNCTIONAL EDGEBANDS

                                                   RAUKANTEX soft – soft closure sealing technology
                                                   The RAUKANTEX soft sealing edgeband makes soft lines out of hard
                                                   edges. The edgeband is applied to two or four sides of the narrow
                                                   surfaces, where they can be processed on the butt joint or mitre.

                                                                                       The specially developed buffer element which is
     RAUKANTEX soft:
                                                                                       applied to the edge insulates the sound of impact
     -- Specially developed buffer element
     -- Protects against noise, dust and dirt                                          when closing cabinet doors, sliding doors and dra-
     -- For office/kitchen furniture and cabinet                                       wers and offers protection from dust and dirt. RAU-
        systems                                                                        KANTEX soft is available in PP and PVC in a wide
                                                                                       range of designs and colours. In addition to this,
                                                                                       RAUKANTEX soft is perfectly matched in colour to
                                                                                       those displayed in the decorative design combination
                                                                                       board collections. The edgeband is also available
                                                                                       exstock as part of the REHAU EXPRESS COLLECTION
                                                                                       in selected dimensions, colours and decorative
                                                                                       designs.

                                                   Antimicrobial surfaces – no chance for bacteria and germs
                                                   in hygiene-relevant areas, e.g. in hospitals or in the food industry,
                                                   antimicrobial materials are of extremely great importance. The
                                                   innovative edgeband has its area of application here.

                                                                                       The ABS edgeband with antimicrobial additive in the
       RAUKANTEX antimicrobial::                                                       lacquer layer has been able to demonstrate a strong
       -- Antimicrobial surface effect                                                 bactericide effect against certain bacteria. The
       -- Prevents the growth of bacteria                                              growth of bacteria is inhibited and the establishment
       -- Ideal for hygiene-relevant areas                                             of bacteria is prevented.

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RAUKANTEX floor - flexible workplace design
Flexible organisation of working areas is needed not only in areas
of production but also in offices. Communication and power cables
need to be integrated into the office environment.

Raised floor systems offer the greatest number
                                                        RAUKANTEX floor:
of options for quick and flexible installation of
                                                        -- Cushioned creak feature
cables. REHAU’s comprehensive range of tooling          -- Flame-retardant
and technical expertise means that we can find          -- Conductivity 5x10 4 - 5x105 Ω
edgeband solutions for all conventional raised floor    -- Increased brittleness, special formulation
systems. If there is a fire, the edgeband expands          especially for mineral material boards
                                                           (anhydride).
to seal the panels together. All material and board
types are tested for creak resistance and eliminate
static. They can also be printed with your company
logo.

RAUKANTEX flex edge – extremely adaptable
RAUKANTEX flex edge is an extremely durable, impact resistant
and flexible edgeband. Thanks to its elasticity the edgeband itself
is very easy to manage even with the smallest radii below 35 mm
and fits perfectly.
The innovative PP formulation has a wide range
of processing possibilities and is fully recyclable,                                                    RAUKANTEX flex edge:
odourless, heat-resistant and physiologically harm-                                                     -- Durable, impact resistant and
less. A variety of decorative print or embossing is                                                        extremely flexible
available. There are no limits even regarding colour.                                                   -- Ideal for small radii

RAUKANTEX flex edge covers the whole gloss level
spectrum.
                                                                                                                                                Function - added value

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RAUKANTEX lite – unusual light display
                                            On the shelf in the living room, on the bathroom furniture on the
                                            kitchen worktops, but also in shop fitting - indirect lighting provides a
                                            special feel-good factor and stylish ambience.

                                                                                  With the new RAUKANTEX lite REHAU offers an inno-
                                                                                  vative edgeband which - in addition to its conventional
                                                                                  application - can also be used as back-lighting.

                                                                                  In order to achieve this application, a cavity must
                                                                                  be milled into a chip or MDF board (38 or 50 mm
                                                                                  wide). An LED band (optionally also an RBG band) is
                                                                                  inserted into the cavity. The minimum covering layer
                                                                                  is 8 mm. The translucent edge in the centre is applied
                                                                                  to the board. In the case of free shapes on the BAZ
                                                                                  [edgebanding centre] (glue application to the edge) a
                                                                                  recessed glue application roller must be used which
                                                                                  leaves the central area of the edge free.

                                                                                  When switching on the LEDs the light is transmitted
                                                                                  through the translucent areas of the edgeband. The
                                                                                  application can also be modified to suit a honeycomb
                                                                                  board.

     RAUKANTEX lite:
     -- Can be used for back-lighting
     -- For stylish ambience
     -- Creates fascinating light effects
        on furniture
     -- Also suitable for honeycomb
        boards

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Lacquered edgebands
The use of lacquered surfaces provides furniture manufacturers with
big advantages for small series production in particular. A cost saving
can be achieved in the production process in comparison to pure
MDF primarily by lacquering edged chipboards.
Here the application area of the lacquered RAUKANTEX
edgeband starts with a specially developed formulation
for optimum lacquer adhesion. It is designed on the
covering and full-surface lacquering with conventional
lacquer types.

The advantages of using RAUKANTEX laser edge
are expanded further for over-lacquering due to a
quality of the end product which leaves nothing to be
desired. The use depends on the material, but must
also be tested at the customer for individual lacquer
solutions.

                                                              Lacquered edgebands:
                                                              -- Visual versatility; even individual pieces of furniture,
                                                                 primarily in the front area
                                                              -- Absolute colour and gloss level matching between the
                                                                 board and edge
                                                              -- Hardly visible seam from the board to the edge
                                                              -- Better surface hardness than laminate
                                                              -- Reduced stock holding due to subsequent variant
                                                                 creation (1 front and 1 edge for x colours)
                                                                                                                                 Function - added value

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SURFACE FINISHING
IMPRESSIVE APPEARANCE,
TANGIBLE STRUCTURE

 Decor                                 Embossing
 - Over 10,000 decorative designs      - Over 70 embossing structures
 - Printing with up to 6 colours       - Reverse embossing
 - Reverse printing                    - single-layer and multi-layer
 - Clear lacquer decorative printing   - Lacquer embossing
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